Secretary Jobs in Merrimack, NH

A Secretary in the admin industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations within an organization. They are responsible for handling office tasks such as answering phone calls, organizing files, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence. They also maintain office supplies, prepare reports, and draft documents. Secretaries often act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, so they must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have proficiency in office management software like Microsoft Office Suite and have excellent organizational skills.

Before becoming a Secretary, a person might have held roles such as an Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Clerk. These positions help develop the necessary skills and experience for succeeding as a Secretary. Additionally, while not always required, having certifications like the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) can enhance a Secretary's job prospects and prove their competence in crucial administrative tasks.

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Administrative Assistant- Derry, NH

  • Beth Israel Lahey Hospital
  • Derry, NH (12 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Derry, NH (12 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 14 hours ago

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives. New Multi-Specialty Site Medical Facility in Londonderry BILH is excited to announce...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Group 1 Automotive, Inc.
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago

About Us: Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United...

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Regional Administrative Assistant

  • Orkin LLC
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Orkin, our purpose is to help protect the world where we live, work and play. Our Region Administrative Assistant is key to delivering on this purpose. Consider this chance to take...

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Personal Assistant/ Driver / Facilitator

  • Peterborough, NH (21 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peterborough, NH (21 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking a multifaceted person to be a Personal Assistant, Driver, and Facilitator for my elderly mother. A lot more detail will flow when we speak.

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Administrative Assistant Dean of Students

  • Phillips Academy
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 2 days ago

Salary Range: $20 -$20 POSITION SUMMARY: In this student-facing position, the Administrative Assistant in the Dean of Students Office performs a wide range of administrative, technological, and...

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FAST Labs Administrative Assistant III

  • BAE Systems
  • Merrimack, NH
  • 2 days ago
  • Merrimack, NH
  • 2 days ago

BAE Systems is looking for an Administrative Assistant to support the Software and Systems Engineering disciplines in our FAST Labs research and development team to provide professional,...

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Team Lead Prescriber Administrative Assistant

  • Northeast Health Services, Northeast Health Services
  • Haverhill, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 2 days ago

At Northeast Health Services, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), we are committed to improving access to the highest-quality mental health care in our local communities. As a Team...

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Clinical Secretary - Vascular Surgery

  • Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Reviews, processes, and tracks all referrals for services delivered by providers. Schedules appointments, tests or procedures, responds to patient calls, provides instruction/support to...

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Full-Time Administrative Assistant

  • Kohls, Inc.
  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Role Specific Information Required Early Morning (Starting at 6am) Availability Job Description About the Role As Store Support Lead you will efficiently and effectively support the store...

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Administrative Assistant (Data Centers)

  • Jacobs
  • Bedford, NH (6 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bedford, NH (6 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago

This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office. At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent...

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Part Time Admin Assistant

  • Salem, NH (15 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, NH (15 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Office Assistant to support our day-to-day operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and familiarity with...

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Administrative Assistant Salary Grade 6A - (Transportation)

  • Lowell Public Schools
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago

This position is to be filled by the transfer of current bargaining unit employees or through the application and hiring of external applicants. Please note the closing dates for the posted...

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Clinic Administrative Assistant

  • Vinfen
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Overview The Outpatient Clinic Administrative Assistant is responsible for managing daily front desk operations of an outpatient clinic by performing administrative and clinical/medical support...

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Administrative Assistant

  • TIAA
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 6 days ago

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support and coordinates activities for specific individuals or teams, ensuring efficient office functioning through a range of...

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High School - Main Office Secretary

  • North Middlesex Regional School District
  • Townsend, MA (16 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Townsend, MA (16 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 6 days ago

and visitors.Assist with substitute coverage, daily assignments and class lists.Input daily attendance by 8:00 AM each morning.Issue tardy/dismissal notices.Act as back-up support to the Principal Secretary...

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Demographic Data for Merrimack, NH

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Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Medical Secretary Training
In the healthcare industry, qualified medical secretaries are in high demand and play an important role. This administration training course is perfect for both experienced medical secretaries and...
Guide to Being a Legal Secretary
Legal secretaries are essential to the proper functioning of the legal system. To operate effectively, every law office needs a competent legal secretary. They assist lawyers, solicitors, legal...
Secretarial Education
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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Merrimack, NH

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Merrimack, NH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.1%
High School or GED
25.1%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.2%
Master's Degree
8.2%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Secretarys in Merrimack, NH
1-2 years
44.2%
Less than 1 year
30.3%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
10.1%
4-6 years
1.9%


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